When pre-application is approved, an Advisor is assigned who will assist throughout the application process.

When the Advisor determines the application and documentation are satisfactory, the material is emailed to the Test Center Certification Committee by the advisor.

Evaluators Assigned

Application is evaluated for compliance with NCTA Standards and Guidelines.

Site Visit

A visit to the center is conducted by two people affiliated with your institution.

Recommendation

Once the site visit is completed and all criteria have been met, the site will be recommended to the NCTA Governing Council for certification.

Certification

Certified centers are announced on the NCTA listserv. In addition, the center receives a large plaque suitable for display, the right to use the certified center logo on its website and other promotional materials, and a sample press release to announce this accomplishment.

Certification Application Materials Required

Here is a list of required documents for certification during application (For further details, please check the Application Checklist Form):